Montgomery County, Texas

Montgomery County: County in Texas, United States

About

Montgomery County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 455,746 and a population density of 163 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 626,351 inhabitants. Its county seat is Conroe. The county was created 187 years ago in 1836.

Montgomery County is located in southeast Texas, just north of Houston. The county seat is Conroe. With a population of over 630,000, Montgomery County is the 9th most populous county in Texas.

History of Montgomery County

Montgomery County was created in 1837 and named after the town of Montgomery. The county was established shortly after the Texas Revolution and began with an economy based on lumber, agriculture, and ranching.

In the 1970s, Montgomery County saw massive population growth as people migrated from Houston and settled in new master-planned communities like The Woodlands. The population boomed over the next several decades, transforming Montgomery County into a major Houston suburb.

Economy and Industry in Montgomery County

Today, the economy of Montgomery County revolves around the energy, aerospace, and technology industries. Many residents work in Houston and commute. Timber is still important, as Montgomery County contains substantial forest lands. Tourism draws visitors to Montgomery County for recreation at Lake Conroe.

Major companies with a large presence include ExxonMobil, Anadarko Petroleum, Hewlett Packard, and Aker Solutions. The county is a hub for advanced manufacturing as well.

Attractions and Things to Do in Montgomery County

Top attractions in Montgomery County include:

  • The Woodlands, a scenic master-planned community with shopping, dining, recreation, and entertainment
  • Lake Conroe, which offers boating, swimming, fishing, camping, and hiking
  • The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, an outdoor amphitheater that hosts concerts
  • Six Flags AstroWorld, a large theme park in Spring
  • The Texas Renaissance Festival, held annually in Plantersville

Montgomery County provides a mix of natural scenery, modern suburbs, entertainment, and cultural heritage. Its proximity to Houston makes it a prime location for commuters and major businesses.

Montgomery County locator map
Location of Montgomery County on Texas map.

Quick Facts about Montgomery County

Population : 626,351 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Texas (United States)
Different from : Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County, Montgomery County
Area : 2789 km2
Water as percent of area : 3.3%
Land as percent of area : 96.7%
Named for : Montgomery
Capital : Conroe
Establishment : January 01, 1837
Time Zone : Central Time Zone
Local time : 22:23:37 (24th November 2024)
Density : 225 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 27.24% (2010-2020)
Montgomery county tx courthouse 2014 image
Montgomery county tx courthouse 2014
Montgomery county tx courthouse 2014 image
Montgomery county tx courthouse 2014 image

Geography

Montgomery County is located at 30°18'1"N 95°30'11"W (30.3002100, -95.5030100). It has 6 neighbors: Liberty County, Grimes County, Harris County, San Jacinto County, Walker County and Waller County.

Montgomery County map

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The largest city of Montgomery County is Conroe with a population of 96,214. Other cities include, The Woodlands population 93,847, Willis population 7,122, Oak Ridge North population 3,159 and Shenandoah population 3,101. See all Montgomery County cities & populated places.

Montgomery County Populated Places (more)

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Montgomery County.

City Name Population Title
Conroe 96,214 The third most populous city in Montgomery County, Texas.
The Woodlands 93,847 A city in Montgomery County, Texas.
Willis 7,122 City in Texas, USA
Oak Ridge North 3,159 City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Shenandoah 3,101 City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Panorama Village 2,446 City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Splendora 2,292 City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Magnolia 2,224 City in southwestern Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Patton Village 2,207 City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Roman Forest 2,035 City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Pinehurst 1,959 Census designated place
Porter Heights 1,653 Census designated place
Montgomery 1,639 City in and county seat of Montgomery County, Alabama, United States and Alabama federated state capital
Woodbranch 1,498 City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Cut and Shoot 1,490 City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States
Stagecoach 604 Town of the United States

Montgomery County has 6 neighbours.

  • Conroe

Demographics

The population of Montgomery County increased by 27.24% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 455,746 - census
2011 471,415 3.32% estimation process
2012 484,565 2.71% estimation process
2013 498,392 2.77% estimation process
2014 517,146 3.63% estimation process
2015 535,753 3.47% estimation process
2016 555,216 3.51% estimation process
2017 571,615 2.87% estimation process
2018 589,770 3.08% estimation process
2019 607,391 2.9% estimation process
2020 626,351 3.03% estimation process

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People born in Montgomery County (3)

People born in Montgomery County, including sprinter Charles Thomas, lawyer and Texas state legislator Brandon Creighton, football player Riley Biggs, .

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